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Autism Expert Witnesses

Autism expert witnesses and consultants listed here may be able to form expert opinions, draft expert witness reports, provide expert witness testimony at deposition and/or trial as or serve as consulting (non-testifying) experts on autism. The autism expert witness listings on this page are typically from fields/areas of expertise such as: Adoption, Behavioral and Social Sciences, Brain Injury Medicine, Developmental Disabilities, Education & Schools, Epilepsy, Forensic Psychology, Law Enf & Criminal Justice, Legal Nurse Consulting, Life Care Planning, Mental Health, Neuro-Ophthalmology, Neurology, Neuropsychiatry, and Neuropsychology.

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HENRY Hasson

child neurologist - epilepsy ADHD Autism

Alaska

Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy - EEG, Autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headache, brain, seizures, epilepsy

I have expertise in seizures, headaches, ADHD, Autism

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Brian Wong, MD

Child Neurology

Brian Wong MD, PC

Los Angeles, California

Pediatric Neurology, Developmental Disabilities - Child Neurology, Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy, HIE, brain injury, perinatal/birth asphyxia, concussion, headache, seizures, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, intellectual disability, autism, ADHD, Pediatric Neurology, traumatic brain injury, abusive head truama, shaken baby syndrome, non-accidental head injury

Dr. Brian Wong is a Board Certified Child Neurologist. He maintains an active full-time medical practice in a private practice setting. He previously has served as Medical Director at Cortica, a multi-disciplinary clinic for children with neurodevelopmental disorders. He completed his post-graduate training at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles, and medical school training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

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Dana Chidekel, PhD, ABN, ABPdN

2x Board-Certified Pediatric/Adult Neuropsychology

Calabasas, California

Neuropsychology, Psychology - PSYPACT, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI, Birth Injury, Undue Influence, Hypoxia, HIE, Capacity, Probate Litigation, Undue Influence, Capacity, Medical Malpractice, Neurodevelopmental, Learning Disability, Autism, OCD, ADHD, PTSD, Emotional Distress

Dr. Chidekel is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Neuropsychology. She has been certified by the American Board of Pediatric Neuropsychology since 2001. She is also a fellow of the American College of Professional Neuropsychology. She has been certified by the American Board of Professional Neuropsychology since 2006. Dr. Chidekel maintains a private clinical practice of neuropsychological assessment of children and adults in Southern California. She is known for her ability to present complex ideas in simple terms, so they are accessible and interesting (really, fascinating) to everyone. The findings of an evaluation come to life as part of the larger story of the examinee's life and circumstances. Dr. Chidekel also serves as a consultant and expert witness in personal injury, employment, elder law, probate litigation (including post-death determination of capacity and/or undue influence), business, class action, special education, and (limited) family, immigrat...

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ANDREA D LORANT, MA

EDUCATION CONSULTANT/SPECIAL EDUCATION

WEST HILLS, California

Education & Schools - CHILD CUSTODY, SPECIAL EDUCATION, ADA, INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, REGIONAL CENTERS, EARLY INTERVENTION, RESIDENTIAL PLACEMENTS, LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT, TRANSITION SERVICES, ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION, PROGRAM/SERVICES EVALUATIONS, SPECIAL EDUCATION ELIGIBILITY, AUTISM

22 YEARS AS A CONFERENCE PRESENTER ON DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TOPICS

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June Y Paltzer, PhD, ABPP-CN (ABCN)

San Francisco, California

Neuropsychology, Pediatric Neurology - TBI, traumatic brain injury, concussion, dementia, autism, ADHD, PTSD, records review, independent medical examination, IME, forensic psychology

Dr. June Paltzer is a board certified clinical neuropsychologist (adult and pediatric neuropsychology by ABPP/ABCN). Neuropsychology is the study of brain-behavior relationship relating to test and everyday performance derived from brain functioning. She specializes in the assessment and diagnosis of neuropsychological issues (e.g., Concussion, traumatic brain injury, dementia, PTSD, ADHD, autism). Dr. Paltzer is an Associate Clinical Professor in Neurology at the UC Davis School of Medicine. She has presented at national neuropsychology and medical conferences. Additionally, Dr. Paltzer is a native speaker of Mandarin Chinese and has the highest/university level certification in Chinese (listening, speaking, reading and writing). She can assist with reviewing other experts’ reports in English or Chinese including the experts’ language proficiency in Chinese. She has been retained as a forensic expert by legal professionals from all over the United States and internationally (Chi...

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Nicole M Vienna

Forensic and Neuropsychology

Vienna Psychological Group, Inc.

Los Angeles, California

Forensic Psychology, Neuropsychology - Neurodevelopmental Disorders, Autism, Intellectual Disability, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Violence Risk Assessment, Personal Injury, Testamentary Capacity, Contractual Capacity, Undue Influence, Anxiety, Depression, Malingering, Personality Disorders, Damage Assessment

I am a licensed psychologist in California specializing in forensic and neuropsychological evaluations with approximately 15 years of clinical, correctional, and forensic experience. I have specialized training in PTSD and trauma-related disorders. I provided trauma informed treatment in private practice utilizing evidenced based methods to individuals who experienced negative emotions, cognition, and impairment in functioning. Additionally, I have extensive training in adolescent brain development, brain disorders, and neuropsychology as I completed a two-year postdoctoral specialization in Neuropsychology through Fielding University. I conduct a range of psycho-legal evaluations. My opinions are grounded in evidence-based, empirically supported psychological and neuropsychological assessment methods and clinical research. Civil evaluations: Personal injury (trauma assessments/PTSD & TBI claims), expert testimony regarding trauma (PTSD and adverse childhood experiences), and civil...

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Anneli Barrios, Ph.D.

Pediatric Neuropsychology Expert Witness

California

Neuropsychology, Pediatrics - Child, Forensic, Evaluation, Munchausen by Proxy, Second Opinion, Developmental Disabilities, Bilingual, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Record Review, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Multilingual, PTSD, Custody, Finnish, Trauma, Mandarin, Lead Poisoning, Adolescent, Film / Movie Industry

Certified Forensic Examiner Multilingual / Bilingual Mandarin / Cantonese Neuropsychology Evaluations offered. Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) offered. Independent Neuropsychological / Medical Evaluations (INME) offered. Specialty areas: TBI, PTSD, various other medical conditions & injuries, Autism Spectrum Disorder and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Extensive experience in evaluating and diagnosing all conditions included in the DSM. Over 20 years of experience. Never lost a case. Evaluations available for the following populations: pediatric, adolescents, and adults. Willingness and extensive experience traveling to various states. Extensive experience in servicing international clients. Extensive experience servicing Film / Movie industry clients & other clients requiring high levels of privacy and / or discretion.

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Sheryll M. Casuga, Psy.D.

San Francisco, California

Psychology, Forensic Psychology - Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Developmental Disabilities, Intellectual Disability, Intelligence Testing, Adaptive Functioning, Competency to Stand Trial, Diagnostics, Psychological Assessments, Child/ Adult Testing

Dr. Sheryll Casuga is a California-Licensed Clinical Psychologist who serves an an autism and developmental disability expert. She has been in the field of autism since 2008. Dr. Casuga specializes in the evaluation of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), intellectual disability, and other neuro-developmental disorders. Dr. Casuga is currently working at the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB) in California for the past 10 years. She previously worked at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, California and the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD). Dr. Casuga received her Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) degree from John F. Kennedy University in Pleasant Hill, California in 2011. Dr. Casuga has performed over 1000 diagnostic evaluations on autism and intellectual disability, and has reviewed over 3000 developmental disability cases. Dr. Casuga has been serving as the forensic psychology specialist for RCEB's Forensic Review Team since 2015 and has pe...

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Karin Celosse, PsyD, MSCP

Experienced Forensic Psychology Expert

Anaheim, California

Psychology - Psychological Malpractice, Mental Disorder, Competency for Trial, Criminal Responsibility, ADHD Misdiagnosis, Parental Alienation Syndrome, Trauma & PTSD, Malingering & Symptom Exaggeration, Major Depressive Disorder, Psychological Fitness, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder BPD, Autism, Psychosis

Dr. Karin Celosse is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in the area of health psychology, along with experience in neuropsychological evaluations. Dr. Celosse is located in the state of CA and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of experience of trauma, underserved individuals, those who struggle with chronic and severe mental illness, concerns of substance addiction and dependence, and individuals who have complex medical needs. In her tenure at the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), she worked on a Level 3 and 4 yard and in Administrative Segregation. Her primary responsibilities included implementing CBT and MI-based therapeutic interventions with inmates; providing ICC for all inmate-patients in ASU and SHU; conducting SRS (sexual reassignment surgery) evaluations for institution; clinical intake, assessment, and interviewing, implementation, and evaluation of mental health & alcohol/drug abuse interve...

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Rhonda S. Renteria, BSN, RN, CLNC, CLCP, CMCPS

TBI, SCI, Amp, Catastrophic, Med Mal, Autism, CP

Quality Life Care Plans, Inc.

Brea, California

Life Care Planning, Legal Nurse Consulting - Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death, Wrongful Life, Worker's Compensation, TBI, SCI, Birth Injury, Catastrophic Injury/Illness, Neonatal, Pediatrics, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Developmental Delay, Transplant, Geriatrics, Case Management, Wound Care, Amputation, Orthopedics

Rhonda has over 40 years experience as a registered nurse and currently is a Certified Legal Nurse Consultant, a Certified Life Care Planner and a Certified Medical Cost Projection Specialist with a myriad of extensive experience as a nurse, as well, 13 years as an expert witness. Rhonda provides consultative, expert witness and testimony services, nationally and internationally, for life care planning, future care needs, medical cost projections and rebuttals for both Plaintiff and Defense cases. Rhonda's registered nursing experience includes Neonatal Intensive Care, Pediatric Intensive Care, Pediatric and Adult Home Health Nursing, Wound Care and Consulting, Air Flight Nursing, Post-Anesthesia Recovery Room, Case Management, Certified Faculty for the Accredited Continued Education, Global Affairs Dept. and Hospice Care. Rhonda has extensive experience with litigation cases involving TBI, SCI, Catastrophic Injury/Illness, Medical Malpractice, Amputation, Personal Injury, Pedia...

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Kimberly M. Miller, PhD, ABPP-CN

Board- Certified TBI Neuropsychologist

Healthy Mind Sacramento Psychological Services Inc.

Sacramento, California

Neuropsychology, Forensic Psychology - traumatic brain injury (TBI), post concussion syndrome, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), independent medical evaluations (IMEs), autism, developmental delay, neuropsychological assessment, pediatric neuropsychology, child neuropsychology, mild traumatic brain injury, IME, DME

Dr. Kimberly Miller, PhD, ABPP-CN is board-certified in clinical neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology and American Board of Clinical Neuropsychology. She serves as Associate Clinical Professor (Volunteer) at University of California at Davis School of Medicine and previously was Assistant Clinical Professor at University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Miller is a consulting neuropsychologist to the California Board of Psychology and to Shriners Hospitals for Children Northern California. Dr. Miller specializes in adult and child neuropsychological evaluations for traumatic brain injury (TBI)/ post concussion syndrome and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). She has additional expertise in autism and developmental disorders in both children and adults. She has testified at trial in civil and criminal cases in the areas of traumatic brain injury, PTSD, developmental disorders and brain maturity. She routinely conducts IMEs for TBI claims. Dr. Miller ear...

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Adam Bruno, PsyD, LMFT, LEP

Psychology and Education Expert - Dual Licensed

SHERMAN OAKS, California

Psychology, Education & Schools - Autism, PTSD, ADHD, Assistive Technology, IEP, Individualized Education Plan, Due Process, Special Education, Psychoeducational Assessment, Neurodivergence, Abuse, Trauma, Custody, LGBTQIA+, LGBTQ, Parental Alienation, Education, Parenting

Dr. Adam Bruno is a licensed educational psychologist and a licensed marriage and family therapist. He has been working in the mental health field since 2006. Dr. Bruno specializes in the evaluation and treatment of both children and adults with autism, ADHD, trauma, intellectual disability, parental alienation, and other psychological disorders. Dr. Bruno currently has a private practice in Los Angeles where he provides services to children and adults online and in his office. He also provides services to children in schools. Dr. Bruno has given multiple trainings on disabilities, the IEP process, and provision of services to both providers and parents of children with disabilities. He is currently on the advisory board at Special Needs Network. As an expert witness, Dr. Bruno has multiple areas of expertise and has taken cases in multiple states. He is able to work both virtually and in person, and can conduct psychological, educational, and custody reviews and evaluations.

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YITING Yang, MD

Seasoned Pediatric Neurology MD- Decade experience

San diego, California

Pediatric Neurology - Headache, HIE, Seizures, Epilepsy, Autism, Birth, Pregnancy, Concussion, Brain Trauma, Vision, Hearing, Stroke, Cerebral palsy, Nerve damage, Weakness, Brain Tumor

Seasoned Pediatric Neurology physician with a decade of experience. I was trained at the Mayo Clinic, and I have worked in several academic settings, including at Stanford, Children's Hospital of Atlanta, to name a few. I have also worked in HMO settings, and local clinical settings. I am as comfortable in the inpatient hospital setting as I am in the clinic and reading EEGs. I provide fast turnaround times for review of cases and IME.

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Robert A Naseef, PhD

Nationally Known Autism Expert and Leader

Alternative Choices

Delaware

Psychology, Developmental Disabilities - Autism, Asperger's, Miranda Rights, Trauma, Family Stressors, Developmental Disabilities, PTSD, Behavior, Intellectual Disabilities, Neurodiversity, Employment, Special Education, Miranda Rights, Workplace Accommodations, Pervasive Developmental Diaability

Robert Naseef, Ph.D. has a distinct voice as a psychologist and father of an adult son with autism. He has spoken around the country and trained professionals internationally in treating autism and other developmental disorders and supporting families. He has a special interest in the psychology of men and fatherhood. Dr. Naseef is also a member of the Panel of Professional Advisors of the Autism Society of America. He also serves on the Leadership Council of the AJ Drexel Autism Institute. Autistic individuals often face challenges within the criminal justice system due to communication differences, sensory sensitivities, and difficulties understanding social cues; however, there is no conclusive evidence that autism itself increases the likelihood of committing crimes. These challenges can lead to misunderstandings with law enforcement, and their attornets as well which can impact legal proceedings and outcomes. Because of their social and cognitive differences, autistic individ...

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Renata S. Moon, MD

Pediatric Hospitalist- Top US Trained-Wash U StL

Impact Pediatrics

Venice , Florida

Pediatric Hospitalist, Pediatrics - Seizures, Hip Dysplasia, Newborn resuscitation, Bronchiolitis, Jaundice, Parental Rights, Child Abuse, Autism, Pediatric Hospitalist, Sepsis, Pneumonia, Dehydration, Munchausen by proxy, Fever, Kawasaki, Respiratory distress, Asthma, Pediatrician, Meningitis, Vaccines

I am an actively practicing pediatrician and pediatric hospitalist with 30 years of experience in caring for children. Top US medical school- Washington University in St. Louis educated and trained. Double board certified in both General Pediatrics and Pediatric Hospital Medicine. Experienced expert witness at both deposition and trial. Extensive teaching experience with medical students, interns and residents most recently as a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine. I also practice general pediatrics and care for children in outpatient clinics. Many of my colleagues shifted to either inpatient or outpatient clinical care when pediatric hospitalist programs were created. Since I have worked in both of these patient care settings, I have extensive expertise related to standards of care in each type of location as well as with the transitions that occur between hospital and home. I am willing to evaluate medical care for pediatric patients ages birth to approximately 20 years of ...

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Brandon Korman, PsyD, PhD, ABPP

Board Certified Neuropsychologist

Hollywood, Florida

Neuropsychology, Mental Health - Pediatric, Neuropsychology, Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI, Concussion, Stroke, Epilepsy, Prenatal Injury, Birth Injury, Teratogenic, Hypoxia, HIE, Developmental Disorder, Autism, ADHD, Learning Disorder, Childhood Dementia, Near Drowning, Memory, Attention

Double-boarded in Clinical Neuropsychology and Pediatric Neuropsychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I have also been certified as a Brain Injury Specialist through the Brain Injury Association of America. Employed by Nicklaus Children's Hospital for the past 18 years, where I work very closely with neurology and neurosurgical colleagues. Formerly "Miami Children's Hospital", we are the largest dedicated pediatric hospital system in the state. Clinical cases range from frank acquired brain injury to more subtle gestational or birth injuries. Most referrals have complex medical and psychiatric presentations, typically with multiple underlying etiologies. Training and experience spans from infancy to geriatrics, with patients seen from infancy through young adulthood. Expert witness for both plaintiff and defense: Independent Neuropsychological Evaluations /"CME's", record reviews, and consultation services. Forensic neuropsychology evaluations in the tri-co...

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Suzanne Hagler

South Florida Headache MD

Hollywood, Florida

Pediatric Neurology, Neurology - Headache, Concussion, Autism, Migraine, Traumatic Brain Injury, ADHD, Head Pain, Head Injury, Pain, Post-concussive syndrome

I am a Pediatric Neurology, with a specialty in Headache Medicine. I am trained to see both pediatric and adult patients. The bulk of my practice is dedication to pediatric and young adult patients with headache disorders, often chronic and sometimes refractory pain disorders. As headache is a prominent symptom in concussions I have a lot of experience in concussion as well. I do also see patients for autism and ADHD in my practice.

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Teresa H Taylor, PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II

Psychologist BCBAD Trauma Special Ed 504 Autism LD

Private Practice (Pathways Behavioral Health LLC)

Fort Myers, Florida

Psychology, Education & Schools - Psychological Trauma, Behavior, Disabilities, Group Home Abuse, Autism, Mental Health, Public Education, Threat Assessment, Physical Abuse, Title II, Evaluation, Special Education, Discipline, Sexual Abuse, IEP, Anxiety/Depression, 504, Learning Disabilities, Intellectual Disabilities, Adults

Dr. Taylor holds a PhD in Professional Psychology/School, Community and Clinical Child Psychology (APA-accredited program) from the University of Pennsylvania, MA in Multicultural Counseling from Teachers College/Columbia University, MEd in Counseling Psychology from Teachers College/Columbia University, and BS in Psychology from the University of Florida. She also has graduate certificates in Applied Behavior Analysis and Educational Leadership. Her predoctoral internship in Pediatric Psychology was at the Children's Seashore House/Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and her four-year National Institute of Mental Health-funded postdoctoral fellowship was at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Taylor has been involved in 100+ legal cases based on her extensive clinical training and experience, as well as decades of experience overseeing programs of individuals with trauma, emotional, physical, learning, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in a variety of sett...

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Jonathan D Gross, Psy.D.

expert in acquired brain injuries including TBI

Behavioral Health of North Florida

JACKSONVILLE, Florida

Neuropsychology, Brain Injury Medicine - Brain Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, TBI, Neuropsychology, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, PTSD, Fitness for Duty, Malingering, Competency to Stand Trial, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, Psychology, Military Mental Health, Developmental Disorder, Disability, Intellectual Impairment, Autism

Dr. Jonathan Gross is a fellowship-trained neuropsychologist and licensed psychologist with extensive experience in the fields of neuropsychology, neuropsychological rehabilitation, and psychological assessment. He has trained at various centers of excellence including Emory University, the Mount Sinai Medical Center, and Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital. Dr. Gross holds expertise in the evaluation of traumatic brain injury and other neuromedical conditions including dementia, stroke, and developmental disorders (such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and intellectual impairment). He devoted ten years of practice serving US Veterans through the VA community provider system where he evaluated and treated veterans for traumatic brain injury, dementia, posttraumatic stress disorder, and associated conditions. Dr. Gross employs a comprehensive and in-depth approach to assessment which allows him to identify a diverse range of factors that contribute to symptoms including effects of brain trauma...

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HENRY Hasson

child neurologist - epilepsy ADHD Autism

Florida

Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy - EEG, Autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headache, brain, seizures, epilepsy

I have expertise in seizures, headaches, ADHD, Autism

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Dave Glick, EdM, LCSW, CASDCS, CEAP

Police & Autism Clinical Practices Expert

Triad Psych, pc

Atlanta, Georgia

Mental Health, Law Enf & Criminal Justice - Autism, Disability, Police, Workplace Violence, Child Abuse, Child Custody, Special Education, Police Practices Expert-Former DEA Clinician, Police Practices Expert-Former Faculty Police Academy, Police Practices Expert-Current On Call Clinician FBI, Disability Services & Evaluation

Triad Psych is an independent group clinical, counseling and consulting practice since 2003. Feedback about our work emphasizes the ability to take complex abstractions and break it down into simpler, concrete, jargon free and understandable terms enabling juries and judges to fully grasp the concept at hand and make a clear decision. Triad's unique approach to complexity enables it's clients to be able to impose a context on and over almost any situation, provide guidance and be able to make tangible progress; the Triad system makes the invisible visible, clearing a viable and concrete path forward to achieve goals. Dave Glick and Elizabeth Snelgrove-Arauz, have been providing litigation and expert support since 1999. Dave has specializations in mental health, police psychology, special education, disability services(ADA & Section 504). Both have expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorders and all areas of neurodiversity. Elizabeth has specialization in the intersectionality of Neurodi...

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Lee E Wachtel, MD

Kennedy Krieger Institute/Johns Hopkins School of Medicine

Baltimore, Maryland

Pediatric Psychiatry, Neuropsychiatry - autism, intellectual disability, aggression, self-injurious behavior, challenging behaviors, psychopharmacology, behavioral interventions, catatonia, electroconvulsive therapy, restraint and seclusion, residential treatment

I have worked for the past 17 years managing an inpatient hospital unit dedicated to the care of children, adolescents and young adults with autism and other forms of neurodevelopmental disability who present with comorbid psychiatric and behavioral pathology. I have extensive experience in the psychopharmacological and behavioral management of such youth, as well as the myriad complementary interventions and services they may require. I am very familiar with the standard of care for such individuals in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including usage of restraint and seclusion, as well as issues related to school and residential placements. I have additional expertise in pediatric catatonia, and the usage of electroconvulsive therapy in the treatment of childhood mood, psychotic and catatonic disorders. I have provided expert witness services over the past 8 years in a variety of cases involving best clinical and educational practices, psychopharmacology, restraint and s...

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Autumn S Ivy, MD, PhD

Pediatric Neurologist Physician-Scientist

Baltimore, Maryland

Pediatric Neurology, Neurology - hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, concussion, traumatic brain injury, neurodevelopmental disorders, intellectual disability disorder, autism, developmental delay, stroke, neonatal, encephalopathy, altered mental status, epilepsy, adhd, encephalitis

Prior IME experience. Johns Hopkins pediatric neurologist and Stanford trained physician-scientist. Strong research background reflecting expertise in the critical appraisal and application of evidence-based practices. Ample prior experience in pediatric neurology case reviews.

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Lisa Prock, MD, MPH

Boston Children's Hospital

Wellesley, Massachusetts

Developmental Disabilities, Adoption - Adoption, Foster Care, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics, Autism, ADHD, Prenatal Toxin/Substance Exposure, Trauma, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities

Lisa Albers Prock, MD, MPH is a Board Certified Developmental Behavioral Pediatrician and Director of the Developmental Medicine Center at Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School as well as research experience. She has received awards for teaching and has extensive history of local and national teaching and leadership roles. Positions include: Assistant Professor, Harvard Medical School; Director, Adoption Program, and Associate Medical Director, Developmental Medicine Center, Boston Children's Hospital; former Chairperson, Section on Adoption and Foster Care and current Executive Council Member, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP); co-author, Adoption Manual of the American Academy of Pediatrics; Clinical Director, Translational Neuroscience Center, Boston Children's Hospital. Her clinical practice includes extensive documentation review and frequent provision of 2nd/3rd/4th opinion. She has a history of providing consultation for both plaintiff and defense cases.

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Kimberly M. Miller, PhD, ABPP-CN

Board- Certified TBI Neuropsychologist

Healthy Mind Sacramento Psychological Services Inc.

Nevada

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HENRY Hasson

child neurologist - epilepsy ADHD Autism

New Jersey

Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy - EEG, Autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headache, brain, seizures, epilepsy

I have expertise in seizures, headaches, ADHD, Autism

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Teresa H Taylor, PhD BCBA-D LABA CCTP-II

Psychologist BCBAD Trauma Special Ed 504 Autism LD

Private Practice (Pathways Behavioral Health LLC)

New Jersey

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Robert A Naseef, PhD

Nationally Known Autism Expert and Leader

Alternative Choices

New Jersey

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Allan E. Rubenstein, MD

Clinical Professor of Neurology & Pediatrics, NYU

NYU Langone Medical Center

New York, New York

Neurology, Pediatric Neurology - Medical Malpractice, IMEs, Developmental disorders, HIE, Generic Disorders, Autism, Birth injuries, Birth defects, Brain and Spinal cord tumors, Cerebrovascular Disease, Traumatic Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, RSD, Migraine, Neuromuscular Disease, Infections of the CNS

Clinical Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, NYU School of Medicine Board Certified, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Neurology), former Examiner Member, American Academy of Neurology I am certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Neurology), a former Examiner for the ABPN. I am actively practicing and have 40+ years experience providing medical-legal reviews for malpractice, personal injury and criminal cases. I have published 50+ peer-reviewed scientific papers, authored 3 books and been a consultant to the NIH, FDA and Department of Defense. I was the founder of the Children’s Tumor Foundation and am presently Emeritus Medical Director. My testimony experience is approximately 35-65% plaintiff/defense. I have been an expert witness in malpractice cases for the Department of Justice (Southern and Eastern districts of NY). Available to travel. Areas of expertise: Birth trauma, HIE, Developmental disability, Genetic disorders, Traumatic brain ...

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HENRY Hasson

child neurologist - epilepsy ADHD Autism

New York

Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy - EEG, Autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headache, brain, seizures, epilepsy

I have expertise in seizures, headaches, ADHD, Autism

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Anneli Barrios, Ph.D.

Pediatric Neuropsychology Expert Witness

New York, New York

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Richard J. Simmons, M.D.

Pediatric neurology - brain injury, HIE, epilepsy

Simmons Pediatric Neurology Consulting

Clifton Park, New York

Pediatric Neurology - Child Neurology, Pediatric Neurology, Brain Injury, HIE, Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy, Autism, Brachial Plexus Injury, Shoulder Dystocia, TBI

Dr. Simmons is a board-certified child neurologist in active outpatient practice, providing comprehensive neurological evaluation and longitudinal care for patients from the neonatal period through early adulthood, with continued follow-up into later decades of life for select individuals. He diagnoses and manages a broad range of pediatric neurological conditions, including epilepsy, neurodevelopmental disorders, and pediatric brain injury. Dr. Simmons has over fifteen years of independent clinical experience as an attending physician and currently serves as the sole child neurologist within his practice, working collaboratively with a physician assistant and maintaining responsibility for clinical decision-making, care coordination, and continuity of care. His clinical work regularly involves the evaluation of children with hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy and other forms of pediatric brain injury, as well as the longitudinal neurological management of affected patients. In addit...

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Rachel Avner Torrance, M.Ed., BCBA, COBA

Autism, DD, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Ed.

Behavioral and Educational Expert Services, LLC

SOLON, Ohio

Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral and Social Sciences - Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), School Law, Developmental Disabilities, Autism, Assessment Intervention, Nonverbal, Drowning Injury Abuse, Self-Injury Tantrum, Supervision, Co-Morbidity, Intellectual Disabilities, ADHD, Multiple Disabilities, Complex Medical Needs, Training, Special Needs

Rachel Torrance, M.Ed., BCBA, COBA, has worked in the developmental disabilities (DD) field since 1998. Current license/certification includes Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Certified Ohio Behavior Analyst (COBA), and licensure in the state of Ohio as an Intervention Specialist (Special Education Teacher) with mild/moderate and moderate/intensive endorsements. Rachel regularly trains parents and professionals in districts and agencies. She has presented at the national, state, and international levels and written publications for various organizations. Rachel has served clients throughout the U.S. and also worldwide. Though Autism is one of the areas of specialty, professional experience includes working with children and adults with various disabilities as well as those without disabilities but who engage in interfering behaviors. Range of expertise includes Autism, ADHD, multiple disabilities, intellectual disabilities, medically fragile, Cerebral Palsy, Oppositional ...

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Adiaha Spinks-Franklin, MD, MPH, FAAP

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

DBP Doc, PLLC, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Education, Consultation, & Training

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Pediatrics, Developmental Disabilities - Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, developmental delay, special education school services, premature infants, adoption, foster care, child trauma, racism, bullying, autism, intellectual disability, genetic disorders, learning problems, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, behavior problems

I am a board-certified Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician with 20 years of experience and expertise in developmental delays, developmental disabilites, behavioral health conditions, child trauma and adversity, racism, adoption and foster care. Dr. Adiaha Spinks-Franklin is an African American cis-gender woman who is a board certified Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician, wife, mother, and grandmother and lives on farm. She is a life-long anti-oppression/pro-liberation child advocate and Social Justice Warrior. Dr. Spinks-Franklin serves on multiple national committees, including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Section on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (SODBP) Executive Committee, American Board of Pediatrics Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Subboard, and is the Immediate Past-President of the Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Dr. Spinks-Franklin earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Austin. She graduated with honors...

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Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP

Psychology, Mental Health & Education Expert

Dr. Ray W. Christner, LLC

Hanover, Pennsylvania

Education & Schools, Psychology - IEE/Psychoed Eval, IDEA/Special Education, ADA/504 Plans, Dyslexia/Dyscalculia/Dysgraphia, Autism, Emotional Disturbance, OHI/ADHD, Intellectual Disability, LRE/FAPE, Expert Witness, Due Process, IEP, Psychological/Neuropsychological Evals, Risk Assessment, IME, Civil Competency, Criminal Competency, Ethics, Professional Standards

Ray W. Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP, is a licensed psychologist in Pennsylvania and Delaware. He is also a nationally certified school psychologist and a nationally registered health service psychologist with 30 years of experience in mental health. Dr. Christner specializes in clinical and school psychology and is board-certified in behavioral and cognitive psychology. Based in Hanover, Pennsylvania, he operates an independent practice and provides telepsychology services in 43 states as an authorization holder of both APIT (Authorization to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology) and TAP (Temporary Authorization to Practice). His services include psychological and neuropsychological testing, forensic evaluations, psychotherapy, expert witness review and testimony, and consultation, working with children, adolescents, and adults with psychological, developmental, social, behavioral, and learning differences. Dr. Christner has provided forensic psychological evaluations i...

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Bret Vaks, MBA

Autism & IDD Wrongful Death & Abuse/Neglect Expert

Scranton, Pennsylvania

Developmental Disabilities, Social Work - Autism, IDD, Wrongful Death, Abuse and Neglect, Group Homes, Day Programs, Day Habilitation, Adult Day Care Centers, Sheltered Workshops, Insufficient Staffing Levels, Medicaid Waiver Regulations, State Licensing Standards, Choking, Prader-Willi Syndrome , Down Syndrome, Williams Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Behaviors , ABA, PBS

Expert Witness for the Plaintiff Specializing in Abuse & Neglect Cases and Wrongful Death Cases Involving Individuals with IDD, Autism and or Mental Illness. I have 36 years of experience operating Group Homes and Day Programs/Day Habilitation Treatment Programs/Adult Day Care Centers/Sheltered Workshops and ABA Behavioral Programs (Day Programs) for people with Autism, Intellectual Developmental Disabilities as well as people with Mental Illness. I provide expert testimony specific to individuals that reside in Group Homes or individuals who attend Day Programs. I have a full understanding of State and Federal Medicaid Waiver regulations that Group Home and Day Program Providers must follow when providing service delivery. I provide expert testimony specifically on when Social Service Agencies do not follow State and Federal Medicaid Waivers leading directly to Abuse and Neglect and Wrongful Death. With my experience and MBA, I provide expert testimony on how ofte...

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Robert A Naseef, PhD

Nationally Known Autism Expert and Leader

Alternative Choices

Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

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Laurie Morgan

Group Home RN

Westerly, Rhode Island

Developmental Disabilities, Nurse - Autism, Life Care Plans, Group Homes, Behavioral disorders, Seizures, Down syndrome, Standard of Care, Intellectual Disability, Dementia, Hospice, Borderline Personality, Mood Disorder, Developmental Disability, Behavioral , Trauma Informed Care, RN, Nursing, Medical Cost Projections, Costing Letters, Psychiatric

Laurie Morgan, MSN, RN, FIG LCP- C has over 30 years of nursing experience, in a variety of clinical settings. Laurie has over 20 years of experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. She has clinical expertise working with behavioral individuals living in community group homes. She is Chief Executive Officer of LAW Legal Nurse Consultants, LLC providing consulting, life care plans, and expert witness services. She has experience with a variety of medical and psychiatric disorders including dementia, autism, epilepsy, self-injury, and behavioral disorders. She is a liaison in the community and works closely with case managers to facilitate the appropriate level of care.

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Charles Shidlofsky, OD FOVDR FNAP

Neuro-Optometry, Neuro Vision Rehabilitation

Plano, Texas

Optometry, Neuro-Ophthalmology - Neuro Optometry, Vision Rehabilitation, Vision Therapy, Dry eyes, Neuro-Vision Rehabilitation, Autism, Strabismus, Amblyopia, Learning related vision problems, Binocular vision, Concussion, traumatic brain injury, Stroke, Acquired brain injury, Visual Snow Syndrome, Visual headaches, oculomotor, visual spatial, cranial nerve palsy

▸ Graduated 1988 from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, TN; In practice for 37 years in the Plano Texas (Dallas area) ▸ Clinical Director/Practice Owner, Neuro-Vision Associates of North Texas, Neuro-Developmental Eye Consultants and Sports Vision Institute of North Texas ▸ Adjunct Professor of Optometry at UH College of Optometry, UIWRSO College of Optometry, Western University College of Optometry and Southern College of Optometry ▸ Clinical Director for Special Olympics Texas ▸ Consultative Optometry- Centre for Neuro Skills, Pate Rehabilitation, Encompass Health and others ▸ On Medical Staff: Baylor Institute for Rehabilitation-Dallas, Frisco and Las Colinas (Irving), Texas ▸ Team Vision Coach/Eye doctor: Dallas Stars (NHL), FC Dallas (MLS) and Allen Americans (ECHL), Frisco Roughriders (Baseball AA) ▸ Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, President ▸ International Sports Vision Association- Founder and Past President ▸ Frequent lecturer on the subjects of Vision ...

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Renee S. Rodrigues-D'Souza, MD

Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrician

The Whole Child Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, PLLC

Houston, Texas

Developmental Disabilities, Pediatrics - Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics, Intellectual Disability, History of Prematurity, Special Education Services, Autism, Learning Disabilities, Genetic Diagnoses, ADHD, Motor Disabilities, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delay, Speech and Language Disorders, Behavior Problems, Educational Accommodations

Double-boarded in Pediatrics and Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics. Former Assistant Professor in Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine for over 10 years and worked at The Meyer Center for Developmental Pediatrics and Autism at Texas Children’s Hospital during that time. Practiced at The Child Study Center in Fort Worth, Texas prior to joining The Meyer Center. Additionally, provided medical consultation for students at the Jane Justin School and adjoining Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) program in Fort Worth. Completed Fellowship in Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center and stayed on for two more years as faculty before moving to Fort Worth. During that time, participated in multidisciplinary patient assessments, multispecialty clinics, and served as the Director of TrYAD—Transition Clinic for Young Adults with Disabilities. Played an active role throughout academic career in educating pediatric residents and Developmental &...

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Karen Ding, MD

Double-Boarded Child Adolescent Adult Psychiatrist

Houston, Texas

Psychiatry, Pediatric Psychiatry - eating disorder, anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, OSFED, PTSD, trauma, ADHD, depression, bipolar, anxiety, OCD, substance, alcoholism, sexual abuse, sexual assault, abuse, autism

I am a double board-certified psychiatrist with over seven years of clinical experience treating children, adolescents, and adults in inpatient, outpatient, and day program settings. I focus on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders. As a psychiatrist at Eating Recovery Center in Houston, Texas, I have treated a patient population ranging from age 10 to adult for eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder. In my private practice, I work with clients of different cultural backgrounds to address concerns with depression, anxiety, mood, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). CLINICAL PRACTICE AND APPOINTMENTS Psychiatrist August 2023-present Eating Recovery Center / Pathlight Mood and Anxiety, Houston, TX • Provide care to children, adolescents, and adults with mood disorders and...

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Joshua Rotenberg, MD MMS

Peds/Adolescent Neuro TBI Sleep Epilepsy CP Autism

Houston Specialty Clinic - Child & Adolescent Neurology

houston, Texas

Brain Injury Medicine, Pediatric Neurology - brain injury, Child, sleep apnea, cerebral palsy, catastrophic injury, epilepsy, behavioral neurology, autism, developmental disorders, concussion, spasticity, Pediatric, eeg, medical literature, Tbi, excessive daytime sleepiness, sleep disorders, seizures, blast, birth injury - long term

Dr. Joshua S. Rotenberg, MD – Expert Witness in Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy, Brain Injury, and Sleep Medicine with expertise in interpretation of medical literature Dr. Joshua Rotenberg is a distinguished physician whose career bridges clinical excellence, academic leadership, and public service. Board-certified in Pediatric Neurology with additional qualifications in Epilepsy, Brain Injury Medicine, and Sleep Medicine, Dr. Rotenberg is a trusted expert for attorneys seeking authoritative, evidence-based insights in complex neurological cases and in underlying medical literature A graduate of Brown University, Dr. Rotenberg earned dual degrees of MD and MMS - Community Health. He served as a commissioned officer in the United States Air Force, where he conducted operational aerospace research and completed pediatric training at Wright Patterson AFB and Dayton Children’s Hospital. He later completed a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Neurology at the Uniformed Services Universi...

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Neslihan Chandler, PhD

Pediatric Clinical Psychologist - Evaluations

Neslihan Chandler, PhD Private Practice

Fort Worth, Texas

Psychology, Neuropsychology - Psychology, Psychologist, Pediatric Psychologist, Psychological Assessments, Psychological Evaluations, Psychological Testing, Brain Injury, Sexual Assault, Rebuttal Letter, Testing, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cognitive Testing, PTSD, Autism, Neuropsycholoigcal Evaluations, Child Psychology, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

Dr. Chandler is a board certified Child & Adolescent Clinical Psychologist. She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is board certified in the state of Texas, and sepcializes in Psychological/Neuropsychological Assessments for children and adolescents. Dr. Chandler has been in practice for 25 years and has private practice in Fort Worth, TX. She has performed over 5,000 clinical evaluations in her private practice and has extensive clinical knowledge and experience. She has been working as an expert witness since 2020. She has worked on personal injury cases, traumatic brain injury cases, sexual assault cases, and medical malpractice cases. Dr. Chandler is highly experienced in administering, scoring, and interpreting a wide variety of psychological tests, including cognitive, emotional, and neuropsychological assessments. Her assessments are individually tailored for each client/sitaution to answer specific referral questions and are based on data-supported, evidenced-based asses...

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Adiaha Spinks-Franklin, MD, MPH, FAAP

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician

DBP Doc, PLLC, Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Education, Consultation, & Training

Texas

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HENRY Hasson

child neurologist - epilepsy ADHD Autism

Ludlow, Vermont

Pediatric Neurology, Epilepsy - EEG, Autism, ADHD, developmental disorders, cerebral palsy, headache, brain, seizures, epilepsy

I have expertise in seizures, headaches, ADHD, Autism

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Ronald S Federici, M.S., Psy.D., ABN, ABMP, FAAP

BOARD CERTIFIED NEUROPSYCH EXPERT COMPLEX CASES

CEO-CARE FOR CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL, INC

Chantilly, Virginia

Neuropsychology, Psychology - CLINICAL NEUROPSYCHOLOGY, ADOPTION TRAUMA, CHILD CUSTODY, COMPLEX CASES, LEGAL CONSULTANT, CHILD PSYCHOLOGY, PTSD, ATTACHMENT DISORDERS, DISABILITIES, REVIEW OF PSYCHOLOGICAL RECORDS, AUTISM, RECORDS REVIEW, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, MEDICAL MALPRACTICE, CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY, CHILD ABUSE, ADHD, TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY, JURY CONSULTANT

Dr. Ronald Steven Federici, 38 year Clinical Neuropsychology Expert and 5-times Board Certified in Child and Adult Clinical Neuropsychology; Developmental Disabilities; Medical Psychology; Disability Evaluations and Clinical Psychopharmacology. I have been regarded and awarded recognition as a national and international expert in complex child and adult neuropsychological evaluations and forensic cases ranging from traumatic brain injury; genetic and acquired neurocognitive damage; child custody issues; complex adoption-trauma cases ( especially internationally adopted children ) and differential diagnoses of cognitive vs psychological impairment syndromes. I have spent 38 years in the Northern Virginia area after both Residency and Fellowship training in Medical Psychology and Clinical Neuropsychology challenged with the most COMPLEX cases that others could not handle. Have been recognized as a Expert Diagnostician and knowledgeable of all Forensic-Psychology cases and key presente...

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Melissa Schiefelbein

Autism Expert Witness (MA, BCBA, COBA)

Wausau, Wisconsin

Behavioral and Social Sciences - Autism, BCBA, COBA, MA, Behavioral Health, Child Development Specialist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Clinical Consultant

Melissa Schiefelbein has over 15 years of experience in the field of autism services and provides specialized legal services tailored for cases involving autism. Her expertise ensures that you receive informed and accurate representations in court. As a parent of a child with autism, child development specialist, former educator, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, clinical consultant, CEO of Bloom Health and nation-wide speaker, Melissa provides a comprehensive level of assistance in legal cases.